1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 508.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 508. 2011 Peugeot 508 has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 508 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 508 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4792 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1853 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2817 mm |